A Hospital Responds to a Local Mass Casualty Event

question 6

Multiple Choice

A hospital responds to a local mass casualty event.Which action should the nurse supervisor take to prevent staff post-traumatic stress disorder during a mass casualty event?

• A) Provide water and healthy snacks for energy throughout the event.
• B) Schedule 16-hour shifts to allow for greater rest between shifts.
• C) Encourage counseling upon deactivation of the emergency response plan.
• D) Assign staff to different roles and units within the medical facility.

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